1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (211 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 30 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 74 L |
